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Prakash Raj Reveals His Unique Devotional Role in SS Rajamouli’s Varanasi

Prakash Raj Reveals His Unique Devotional Role in SS Rajamouli’s Varanasi

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Veteran actor Prakash Raj has opened up about his role in the highly anticipated mythological action-adventure Varanasi, helmed by ace filmmaker SS Rajamouli. At a recent event, the seasoned performer shared a glimpse of his character in the Mahesh Babu and Priyanka Chopra Jonas-starrer. Prakash Raj plays Shiv Bhakt Speaking about the film and his character, Prakash Raj confirmed that he is portraying a Maha Shiv Bhakt, a devout follower of Lord Shiva, in the ambitious project. Though details about his character design and arc are being kept under wraps, his involvement has added another layer of buzz to the action-adventure. Reports suggest that his role will be pivotal during key moments in the story, especially in the spiritually rich segments of the narrative. Prakash Raj’s casting also marks a notable reunion with Rajamouli after many years. Their last collaboration was Vikramarkudu, which further fuels expectations of a powerful screen presence. There are also reports that he may essay Mahesh Babu’s father in the film. With its global release date locked for April 7, 2027, …

Varanasi Update: SS Rajamouli confirms Mahesh Babu’s movie to wrap up shoot by June 2026

Varanasi Update: SS Rajamouli confirms Mahesh Babu’s movie to wrap up shoot by June 2026

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Varanasi, starring Mahesh Babu, Priyanka Chopra Jonas, and Prithviraj Sukumaran in the lead roles, is slated to release on April 7, 2027. In a recent interview, the film’s director, SS Rajamouli, confirmed that the movie will likely wrap up shooting by June 2026. SS Rajamouli confirms Mahesh Babu’s Varanasi to wrap up by June 2026 Speaking with Collider, director SS Rajamouli confirmed that the team is planning to wrap up the shoot by June 2026. The filmmaker revealed that 50% of the shoot has been completed and added that the most challenging part was filming the Ramayana episode in the movie. He also mentioned that the film will require extensive VFX work. Moreover, SS Rajamouli acknowledged the success of Naatu Naatu and said he was delighted by its reception. However, although he envisions creating a similar impact with the music in Varanasi, the team has deliberately stayed away from incorporating any similarities between the music of RRR and Varanasi. More about Varanasi Varanasi is an upcoming epic adventure drama starring Mahesh Babu in the lead …

Varanasi: Priyanka Chopra Jonas Wraps Up a Key Schedule

Varanasi: Priyanka Chopra Jonas Wraps Up a Key Schedule

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The shooting of Varanasi, one of the most ambitious projects in Indian cinema, is progressing at a brisk pace, with the film making headlines once again due to a major update. Superstar Mahesh Babu headlines the film, which is being directed by visionary filmmaker SS Rajamouli. The expectations are already sky-high, especially after the film’s first glimpse event and character posters of the actors. Priyanka Chopra, a mysterious thief The latest news is that Priyanka Chopra has completed an important schedule for her role. The actress, who plays Mandakini in the film, wrapped up her portions recently and has now flown back to the United States. Though details about her role are being kept under wraps, director Rajamouli revealed that she plays a mysterious thief. Her character plays a crucial part in the story and adds strong emotional weight to the narrative. While Priyanka has completed her shoot, Rajamouli is filming a high-octane fight sequence in Hyderabad. The action episode is said to be one of the film’s most intense moments and is being mounted …

Did SS Rajamouli Soft-Launch Varanasi Release Date With April 7 Hoardings?

Did SS Rajamouli Soft-Launch Varanasi Release Date With April 7 Hoardings?

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Ever since director SS Rajamouli announced his film Varanasi, there has been unprecedented excitement. The ensemble cast of Mahesh Babu, Priyanka Chopra Jonas and Prithviraj Sukumaran has only added to the buzz. While the film’s first glimpse turned out to be a blockbuster hit, here’s a development that has set social media abuzz. Varanasi to release on April 7? A few hoardings in Varanasi city now display the date April 7, 2027. While the signage does not reveal anything else, speculation has been rife that the date hints at Varanasi’s release. Many on social media are guessing that since the film is titled Varanasi, Rajamouli may have chosen the holy city to softly unveil the release date. Given the film’s mythological undertones, buzz is that the filmmaker wanted to drop subtle hints from the spiritual capital of India itself. Netizens have also pointed out that April 7 falls in a holiday-packed week featuring Ugadi / Gudi Padwa, Ambedkar Jayanthi and Sri Rama Navami, making it an ideal window for a massive opening. Trade sources suggest …

Priyanka Chopra Jonas Deep Dives Into a New ‘Varanasi’ Shoot Schedule

Priyanka Chopra Jonas Deep Dives Into a New ‘Varanasi’ Shoot Schedule

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Actress Priyanka Chopra Jonas has jetted back to Hyderabad for the resumption of shooting on SS Rajamouli’s ambitious epic Varanasi. “And she’s off..I’ll see you soon, Hyderabad,” PeeCee wrote. She has dropped her transit videos every time she participated in a new schedule of the SS Rajamouli directorial. Priyanka Chopra’s third schedule This is the third Varanasi schedule of the international actress. In February 2025, she joined the principal photography in Hyderabad shortly after the film’s launch. In November, she completed a major leg of filming in Hyderabad before returning to Los Angeles. Far from treating this as just another project, Priyanka has immersed herself in the role of Mandakini with a surgeon’s precision. From the moment she signed on, Priyanka’s prep regimen has been nothing short of clinical. She has even hired a renowned Telugu tutor to master the language’s nuances. So, instead of a ‘rote learning’ approach, the actress is taking a deep dive into the film’s cultural persona. ‘Varanasi, a global spectacle’ The actress, who will share screen space with Superstar Mahesh …

This Indian actress once earned Rs 5000; became highest-paid actress of 2025 after…; she is…

This Indian actress once earned Rs 5000; became highest-paid actress of 2025 after…; she is…

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First salary of this Bollywood’s highest-paid actress An actress, who was part of movies like Krrish and Bajirao Mastani, once used to earn only Rs 5000. She is now one of the highest-paid actresses in Bollywood. Actress’s journey in Bollywood She began her career in the early 2000s. She first stepped into modelling and was part of a beauty pageant, and became Miss World 2000. After she achieved success in the modelling world, she stepped into the film industry as a leading actress in Thamizhan, a Tamil movie released in 2002. Later, she made her Bollywood debut with The Hero: Love Story of a Spy in 2003. Actress’s Bollywood journey The actress was part of many films like Dostana, Don 2, Aitraaz, Andaaz, Fashion, Barfi!, Agneepath, The Sky Is Pink, Mary Kom and Anjaana Anjaani, to name a few. When she was at the peak of her career, she made a transition to Hollywood. Then she started doing both Bollywood and Hollywood projects, simultaneously. She made her Hollywood debut with Quantico in 2015. Guess the …

Varanasi: Did Director SS Rajamouli Tweak The Title?

Varanasi: Did Director SS Rajamouli Tweak The Title?

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Ever since SS Rajamouli has unveiled the title of his upcoming film as Varanasi, the buzz has reached fever pitch. While fans and trade have been raving about the opulence and the grand VFX in the Varanasi glimpse video, the film’s title has also been a constant source of contention. Varanasi: The bone of contention The buzz surrounding the globe-trotting epic Varanasi has just gotten bigger. A production house Rama Bhakta Hanuma Creations had reportedly registered the title “Vaaranasi…” long before Rajamouli made the announcement. The production house apparently approached the Telugu Film Chamber of Commerce (TFCC) and registered a complaint against Rajamouli’s film title. Although the spelling of Mahesh Babu, Priyanka Chopra Jonas and Prithviraj Sukumaran’s film is ‘Varanasi,’ the Chamber felt that Rajamouli can’t use the title (under TFCC regulations) because it was sounding similar to that of ‘Vaaranasi’ which was already registered by Rama Bhakta Hanuma Creations. According to grapevine, both the parties have reportedly settled the issue amicably. In an attempt to settle the disagreement harmoniously, buzz is that director Rajamouli …

Varanasi event: Massive manpower to rigs, how SS Rajamouli pulled off Mahesh Babu’s entry as Namrata Shirodkar prayed

Varanasi event: Massive manpower to rigs, how SS Rajamouli pulled off Mahesh Babu’s entry as Namrata Shirodkar prayed

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Updated on: Nov 25, 2025 07:20 pm IST At the GlobeTrotter event, Mahesh Babu came on stage while riding a massive mechanical bull. SS Rajamouli reveals how they pulled it off.  On November 15, the world took notice as SS Rajamouli officially introduced his next film, Varanasi, at an event in Hyderabad. Titled GlobeTrotter, the event featured Mahesh Babu, Priyanka Chopra, and Prithviraj Sukumaran in attendance, alongside the rest of the film’s team. One moment that garnered attention was when Mahesh didn’t walk onto the stage, but rode onto it on a mechanical bull. Rajamouli now revealed how he pulled it off. Namrata Shirodkar could be seen praying as Mahesh Babu took the stage on a mechanical bull at the GlobeTrotter event. How Mahesh Babu’s entry at GlobeTrotter event was designed “The BOB entry, the backstory…” wrote Team Varanasi on their social media, releasing a behind-the-scenes video from the GlobeTrotter event. It begins with a glimpse of how speed rails and ramps were set up at a soundstage with the help of a rig. It …

Shruti Haasan Expresses Gratitude to Varanasi Filmmakers

Shruti Haasan Expresses Gratitude to Varanasi Filmmakers

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That Shruti Haasan is a bundle of talent is given! Her performances over the years have not only stunned filmmakers but also garnered a diverse fan base. While Shruti has a history of performing live, she swept everyone off their feet with her spellbinding song performance at the Varanasi title launch event. Shruti Haasan had a blast It’s been nearly a week since the Varanasi title event was held in Hyderabad but the magnitude and buzz of the event was so resounding that it refuses to die down. The BTS photos posted by the film’s leading lady Priyanka Chopra Jonas and the film unit kept the fans and audiences glued to the backstage unseen drama. And to further keep the buzz alive and rolling, Shruti Haasan shared BTS pictures from her song rehearsal and preparation. Her photo dump suggests the actress had a blast working for the song. Shruti isn’t part of the Varanasi movie cast, but has crooned the number Sanchari Sanchari from the SS Rajamouli directorial. From posting pictures with Rajamouli …

Priyanka Chopra Jonas’ Remuneration for Varanasi, The Hottest Topic

Priyanka Chopra Jonas’ Remuneration for Varanasi, The Hottest Topic

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When director SS Rajamouli roped in Priyanka Chopra Jonas for the leading lady role in his upcoming film Varanasi, more than her casting, fans started to speculate about her remuneration. Her fee for the globetrotting adventure, starring Mahesh Babu, has been a constant source of speculation. Reports of Priyanka’s remuneration resurface online after Varanasi’s epic title reveal event. Priyanka beats Deepika, Alia Bhatt Remember Priyanka Chopra Jonas’s words at the title launch event of Varanasi? “The best way and the only way to join Telugu cinema is to do it with the greats,” she said. Her words give an indication of the scale and magnitude of the Rajamouli directorial. While Varanasi marks the return of Priyanka to Indian cinema, the focus ever since has been on her fee for the action adventure. Fans on social media speculate that Priyanka was reportedly paid Rs 30 crore as remuneration for Varanasi. While these reports can never be officially confirmed – neither by Priyanka nor by the production house – fans started to comment that the significant number …